Jennifer, the manager of Casa Ela in Tamarindo Costa Rica, is bar none the greatest manager you can find. She will spare nothing in helping you to explore the adventures you're looking for, make the connections for them, and then always follows up to see how it all went.
The property we stayed at, Casa Ela, had all her touches. From having multiple plush towels provided, to laundry within the home to wash them and your belongings, to including basic spices AND ziplock bags and saran wrap! How many times have you traveled and needed just a bit of time to find the "basics...?" To have them already there just does all the more to insure your long sought after perfect vacation is off to a good start, saving your energy for the enjoyment of your adventures, not just shopping for those "basics."
Thanks, Jennifer!
Also, make sure to go to La Bodega on road to Casa Ela. Great food and prices!
Jennifer also has a great guide connection for bike tours, Wendy.
And Wendy knows a terrific taxi driver, Duilio.
There is a gym close to Casa Rla, Tamarindo Gym that has a variety of equipment and weights. Go early when it’s cool!
The ocean is a great temperature for swimming! Water was murky for snorkeling when we were there, but don’t let that stop you!
Bring comfortable walking or hiking shoes. Plenty to see!
Pura Vida!